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Panorama Loop, Photo Gallery, Joshua Tree National Park, California

Panorama Loop

Joshua Tree National Park

The Panorama Loop ventures into the high Mojave Desert where Joshua Tree forests and open valleys give way to mountainous Pinyon-Juniper woodlands. These woodlands - which as recently as 10,000 years ago were prevalent throughout the Park - are now considered a 'Relic' landscape. Warmer and drier temperatures have forced their retreat into higher, more isolated elevation pockets, subsequently segmenting and reducing overall populations. Hikers will enjoy a transitional landscape, terrific views and varied terrain along the Panorama Loop Trail.